ovation

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of OVATION

enthusiastic and usually public expression of approval <received a standing ovation for the masterly performance>

Synonyms acclamation, cheer, cheering, ovation, plaudit(s), rave(s), réclame

Related Words clapping; bravo, hail, hallelujah, hurrah (also hooray or hoorah), hosanna, huzzah (or huzza); acclaim, accolade, citation, commendation, compliment, encomium, eulogy, homage, kudo, paean, panegyric, salutation, tribute; kudos, praise

Near Antonyms boo, hiss, hoot, jeer, raspberry, smirk, sneer, snicker, snigger, snort, whistle; gibe (or jibe), put-down, taunt

Antonyms booing, hissing

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